First Tech Challenge is a school year long competition, during which teams comprised of under 16 students are tasked with a building a robot that can effectively compete in that season's "game." Students will then compete in live matches against other teams to determine placements and advancements. Students in grades 7-12 are allowed to compete. More information can be found here.
First Lego League is a school year long competition, during which teams comprised of under 16 students are tasked with a building a robot out of LEGO parts that can effectively complete that season's "tasks". Students will then compete in live matches against other teams to determine placements and advancements. Students in grades 4-8 are allowed to compete. More information can be found here.